If you love to host dinner parties that impress your guests, it's probably time to think about investing in an extendable dining table. Given that the holidays are right around the corner, there's no better time to spruce up your dining room. Dining tables that expand are a functional piece that will let you entertain friends and family with plenty of room, but we understand you'll want the best one for your needs and design aesthetic.
To help us figure out what to look for, we enlisted the help of designer Hema Persad . What is an extendable dining table? An extendable dining table is "a table that comes with removable 'leaves' so that you can make it larger or smaller depending on your needs," Persad says. Some of the options we found can expand from 60 inches wide to more than 100 inches wide.
Although it depends on the style of your dining room, Persad points out that wood is a great material to go for. "It's a durable option that will stand the test of time and can even be restained or repainted down the line," she says. How to pick the right dining table size for your space: An extendable dining table is best for people who entertain a lot and need the flexibility of options.
Persad notes that those who want to invest in one should also have the space to accommodate the table when extended. "Make sure you have at least three feet surrounding the table on all sides. This ensures a comfortable flow of traffic," she says.
Extendable dining tables also come in a variety of .